Cotinus coggygria Velvet Cloak

Cotinus coggygria Velvet Cloak Details

Cotinus Velvet Cloak is an outstanding selection of the commonly known, Smoke Tree. It gets its common name from the billowy hairs left in summer from the spent flower clusters, which are pink-purple and resemble a puff of smoke. The attractive foliage emerges purple-red, darkens to a deep purple, then develops red tones in autumn before falling. It typically grows to 3 m tall and the same wide, performing best when planted on a well-drained, sheltered site in full sun. It is tolerant of frost, cool climates, and short periods of dry. Cotinus Velvet Cloak is commonly grown as a specimen, trimmed into a hedge, maintained in a courtyard or cottage garden, or planted anywhere the vibrancy and beauty of this plant can be enjoyed.